1Circle of 6

Free
This unique app is for those dangerous situations when you need to quickly (and discreetly) get help from your friends. Two quick taps sends one of three pre-written text messages to as many as six of your contacts. One message sends your GPS location and a request to be picked up, while another asks your friends to quickly get in touch with you. The app also includes links to the RAINN and Love is Respect hotlines.

2Facebook Messenger

Free The problem with most mobile messengers is convincing your friends to sign up. But odds are, most people you know are already on Facebook. Which is handy, because the Facebook Messenger app is fantastic. Simple, clean, and capable of sending video, it's a great little messenger. And stickers. Don't forget the amazing stickers.

3Hangouts

Free Google Talk is dead, long live Google Hangouts! The recently refreshed Hangouts app is a solid offering from Google, letting you easily keep up on instant messages through Google which we used to call Gchatting. But the Hangouts app goes further, letting you do free person-to-person video calls and up to 12 participants if you have a Google+ account. The only downside is that you can't really turn it off, just muffle its alerts.

4Plume

Free
Sure, there are plenty of ways to fire off a 140-character Tweet, but users looking for more control should consider Plume. This powerful Android Twitter client lets you change all sorts of settings, right down to the LED color used to alert you of a message. My favorite feature is muting, which lets you suppresses users, and even specific words, from your timeline.

5RedPhone

Free
The companion to TextSecure, this handy app lets you make encrypted calls over the developer's secure VoIP network to other TextSecure users. I particularly like that it works with your existing dialer and phone number, alerting you when another RedPhone user is on the line and the call can be encrypted. If all those PRISM and NSA headlines have you worried, be sure to give this app a try.

6TextSecure

FreeIf you're worried about the NSA or anyone else peeking at your text messages, consider TextSecure. Messages sent to other TextSecure users are encrypted over the air, but the app will also encrypt all of your text messages when they're at rest on your phone to keep them away from prying eyes. We first reviewed the app when it was in Beta, but it's since had a full version release and is ready for prime time.

7Twitter Periscope

Free
Live streaming is the hot new way to constantly document your life and share it with the world. Twitter's Periscope app makes it easy to find interesting new streams or start broadcasting one of your own. You can save streams and revisit them later, and privacy options mean your face will only be seen by a select few if that's what you want. Welcome to the future of vlogging.

8WhatsApp

99 cents per year In a world of messenger apps WhatsApp is among the most successful, boasting an enormous and dedicated user base. Recently, this app got bolstered by encrypted messaging provided by the minds behind TextSecure. Could this be the secure, easy-to-use messenger we've been waiting for? We'll have to bring it into the labs and find out.

9Wickr

Free
Sometimes the most secure message is one that simply doesn't exist. That's the thinking behind Wickr, a fully encrypted, secure messaging service that even handles media messages. The twist is that you set a lifespan for each message, ensuring that your private messages stay private. And, if you doubt their security chops, here's what the company's founder told the FBI when they asked for a backdoor

10Bandcamp

Free
Filled with both up-and-coming and established acts, Bandcamp is one of the most exciting music marketplaces today. Their app is disappointing, shirking music discovery and purchasing but recently adding a weird social network-ish feature. But it does one cool thing—instant streaming of your Bandcamp purchases. That alone makes this app a keeper.

11DeaDBeeF Player

Free
If you're an audio nerd or just prefer to have a lot more control over your music collection, take a look at DeaDBeeF. This sprawling app supports mp3, ogg, aac/mp4, alac/mp4, flac, ape, wv, wav, tta, mpc, sid, mod, s3m, nsf and more. There's also a 10-band equalizer so you can get your tunes sounding just so. Perfect for all of those live recordings of Steely Dan concerts you've been hoarding.

12Hulu

$7.99/monthHulu has long been the king of streaming TV. It's the best choice for when you want to see current shows and not wait until they're collected for sale or streaming on another service. But it also has a deep well of great movies to draw from, most notably the Criterion Collection films. If you need to see Brooklyn 99 on your Nexus 6, then this is the app for you.

13Netflix

$7.99/monthNetflix was the original streaming movie service, and though you can't manage your rental DVDs from the app, it's still essential. While it's fair to complain that content on Netflix will sometimes just disappear, the service has started creating its own content. Original comedies, cartoons, documentaries, and smash-hits like House of Cards make Netflix a must-have.

14Sling TV

$20 Have you ever needed (I mean, really needed) to catch your favorite show but found yourself nowhere near a TV? Technology is finally here to solve the problem with Sling TV, an inexpensive service that lets you watch live TV on any Android device. Get ready to cut the cord and kick cable out of your life.

15Slacker Radio

Free, optional subscription
While Pandora may have introduced the world to streaming radio, Slacker Radio has an entirely different approach. You can listen to what Slacker thinks you'll like, or try out one of their human-curated channels and playlists. They also have hyper-specific playlists, like Yacht Rock. It's a new, more personal approach to music discovery.

16Songkick Concerts

FreeSongkick Concerts is the bridge between the music in your digital collection and concerts in your area. Once installed, Songkick scans your device and lets you see when and where your favorite artists are playing. If you see a show you're interested in, you can also purchase tickets all from within the app. Add multiple locations to Songkick to catch concerts when you're on the road.

17Spotify

Free
With its huge inventory of music, Spotify has become a mainstay for free, legal music streaming. A recent pricing shuffle brings free mobile Pandora-esque streaming, and a paid subscription will nab you on-demand service and Led Zepplin. My favorite feature is close ties with artists who release new albums on the service the same day they hit the shelves in record shops. Those still exist, right?

18Adobe Photoshop Express 2.0

Free
While a bit of a beast on the desktop, Photoshop Express is svelte app, with powerful tools to make the most of your mobile snapshots. Sure, it'll do the Instagram-ish filters, but it also lets you make fine-grain adjustments to images with a beautiful, simple interface. It also seamlessly connects to various other services for sharing.

19Flava - Note/Journal

Free
Some things aren't for sharing, and those personal thoughts or photos can be stored safely in the Flava journal app. The app's clean interface invites quick additions to your continuous flow of entries, and a unique tagging system makes it easy to find entries based on note type, your mood, or even the weather.

20Flickr

FreeFlickr surprised everyone when the venerable photo hosting service announced that every user would receive a free terabyte of storage. That bombshell was followed by a total overhaul to its Android app, which combines handy photo and video tools with a lovely interface. Best of all? It can automatically back up photos from your phone.

21Instagram

FreeIt seems like just yesterday that Instagram was adding video. Then direct messaging. And now the image sharing service that made us all fall in love with filters brings enhanced photo editing features that let it compete with the likes of Snapseed. What hasn't changed is the passionate userbase sharing incredible photos from around the world

22Autodesk Pixlr

Free
If you've ever browsed through image-sharing services and wondered where the picture collages came from, it's probably Pixlr Express. This photo editor can do more, though: it has a host of effects and adjustments that run the gamut from subtly artistic to ridiculously bombasticperfect for giving your images a touch more pizzazz.

23PicsArt Photo Studio

Free, $5.99 for the ad-free version An Instagram clone PicsArt is not. With tons of effects, controls over layers, drawing tools, and collages, PicsArt can contend with Photoshop and is one of the best photo editing apps we've seen for Android. When you're looking to take your smartphone snapshots to the next level, seek out this app.

24Snapseed

Free
If you want more control than Instagram affords, try Snapseed. This app straddles the line between full-fledged image editor and filter app, but it brings a lot of useful tools to the table. Best of all is the amount of control it gives you over how filters and effects are applied to your images. Run a photo through Snapseed before Instagramming it.

26Writing Challenge

$0.99
Writers looking for inspiration should investigate this app, which spits out different writing prompts at set intervals. The idea is to write quickly, and incorporate the ideas from the app as they come. It probably won't help you write the great American novel, but it's a fun way to practice.

27Calorie Counter &#150; MyFitnessPal

Free
This calorie counter and exercise tracker aims to help you lose weight the old fashioned way: by expending more calories than you take in. With its smart design and an extensive library of foods, quickly logging the calories you take in and what you burn while exercising is a snap. It won't give you a whole work-out regiment, but it will certainly make you more aware of your habits.

28Noom Weight Loss Coach

Free, $9.99/month Noom is a comprehensive weight-loss app that bills itself as a weight-loss coach in your pocket. Every day, the app feeds you customized suggestions on how many calories you need to eat and burn to meet your goals. Premium users get more features and online communities to support one another's weight loss goals.

29Period Tracker Deluxe

$1.99
If you're in possession of an active uterus, consider Period Tracker Deluxe (or P Tracker D). This app makes it easy to log the days of your menstruation, and does it with a friendly, customizable interface. You can also record personal details like moods and symptoms. If pregnancy is what you're after, or what you're trying to avoid, this app has your back as well.

30Runtastic Pro

$4.99Runtastic can do so much more than just track your favorite running routes. It keeps track of all sorts of useful data, and can return information-rich maps to plan future outings. It also features a fully integrated music player, to make for a seamless workout experience. Use it for cycling, hiking, and walking as well.

31SleepBot - Sleep Cycle Alarm

Free
If you're curious about what goes on while you're snoozing, SleepBot has all the answers. Leave your phone in bed with you, and SleepBot will track your movements and nocturnal noises using your Android's microphone and accelerometer. But SleepBot is more than a mere tracker; it is designed to wake you up during the lightest part of your sleep cycle, promising better sleep and more wakeful mornings.

32WebMD for Android

FreeWebMD is much more than a diagnosis app, although you certainly can use it to input symptoms you are experiencing and find some clues as to what's ailing you. It also contains listings for healthcare professionals and pharmacies in your area, as well as first-aid guidessimple instructions for dealing with an emergency that everyone should have accessible at any time. This free reference app is one you hope you don't need, but, the moment you do, you'll be glad you downloaded it.

33Zombies, Run!

$3.99
If you find it hard to work up the motivation to exercise, try being chased by a rampaging zombie horde. Using either pedometer step tracking or (less accurate) GPS, Zombies, Run! gamifies exercise with a storyline played over your headphones. The voice acting and writing is top notch, and each "episode" can be infused with songs from your personal playlist. As you run, you'll find items and earn points which can be used to upgrade your base and, just maybe, help humanity survive the zombie apocalypse.

34Cookpad Recipes

FreeIf Pepperplate isn't your style, Cookpad (formerly Allthecooks) connects you with a vibrant array of recipes. Easily add favorite recipes, manage shopping lists, and find new recipes you'll love based on ones you already like. Once you start using it, you'll have one less excuse to eat out.

35Pepperplate Recipe, Menu & Cooking Planner

FreePepperplate makes it easy to access your recipes from any Android device so you can cook up a storm. On the desktop side, the service connects to websites like Allrecipes and Epicurious so you can import recipes (and sync them to your phone) with just one click. You can also easily build shopping lists and keep your recipes handy wherever you are.

36Seamless Food Delivery/Takeout

Free
Ordering food for delivery is a real pain: you need takeout menus, knowledge of the terrain ("will they even deliver out here?"), cash, and faith that the person jotting down your order gets it right. Seamless takes care of all that, even letting you pay via credit card from your Android. The downside? The app only supports restaurants in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Miami, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Sorry, everywhere else.

37Untappd - Discover Beer

Free
This handy app lets you record each brew your try along with a rating and tasting notes. Think of it like Foursquare for beer! No more staring at a tap list, wondering which you've had before. The app also has a vibrant community of beer drinkers that can point you toward new discoveries, and an extensive list of beers. While it's not perfect, it can change the way you think of that sweet amber ambrosia.

38Yelp

Free
I'm always a little skeptical of crowd-sourced reviews, but Yelp can tell you a lot more than what people thought of a bar, restaurant, or just about any other place where you spend money. Many locations have list their hours of operation, contact information, and menus, making it easy to find the perfect spot in your neighborhood or a new city.

39Duolingo

FreeAnd if you want to learn another language, have we got the app for you! Duolingo gamifies language learning with bite-sized lessons, and a friendly interface. The more you use the app, the more you unlock and—with practice—the more you learn. This free app currently supports Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese.

40Swarm

Free If you miss the check-ins and badges of the old Foursquare, check out its twin: Swarm. This bright, colorful app is laser-focused on check-ins, making it easy to let your friends know where you are and earn cute badges in the process.

41Google Goggles

Free
Use your Android's camera to take a snapshot of anything from a painting in a museum to a placard that's written in a language you don't understand, and Google Goggles will do the searching for you. It even handles QR codes and barcodes for easy comparison shopping. It's not an immersive alternate-reality experience, but it's faster and easier than trying to find the right search term.

42Google Maps

Free
This may seem like a no-brainer, but Google Maps is kind of fantastic. With just a few taps, this app will tell you exactly how to get to your destination. It even supports walking, bicycle, and mass transit directions, and now you can use it call an Uber cab as well. Recent updates also include greatly improved offline maps and driving directions that even tell you which lane you want.

43Google Translate

Free
Probably my biggest fear as a traveler is being unable to communicate with other people. Google Translate takes a bit of the edge off, quickly translating either written text or spoken words. You can even use the app to do the speaking for you, and input text through your camera or handwriting. Unfortunately, you'll need a data connection to perform the translation, but it's the next best thing to actually learning another language.

44Waze

Free
Google may have gobbled up Waze, but this app is still the go-to for many commuters looking to trim some time from their trip. With its army of users, Waze provides some of the best crowd-sourced traffic information out there. It even supports voice controls for hands-free driving.

45Transit

Free Who needs Uber when so many cities offer world-class public transit? The Transit app shows mass transit options—including busses, ferries, and trains—and the estimated time of arrival in 87 cities in North American and Europe. This app keeps you in the know no matter where your travels take you.

46Amazon

FreeAmazon is the Internet's marketplace; the one place where you can buy just about anythingand it's cheap too! On Android, two of my favorite features are the barcode scanner and photo search, making it easy to surreptitiously comparison shop from a brick and mortar store. You can also make purchases from Amazon's streaming video store, but Kindle eBook titles are still unavailable for purchase.

47Groupon

Free
The original deal locator for mobile, Groupon partners with businesses to offer low prices to a certain number of people for a limited time. While the value of Groupons offerings is sometimes debatable, it is a useful way to try a new restaurant in your area or try a totally new activity.

48Pinterest

FreePinterest is sort of like a social network of stuff, a place to "pin" things that interest you on themed boards. I recently used it to help redecorate my living room, letting me see everything I wanted all together. It easily integrates with your browser for fast pinning, and you can view the pins of others for added inspiration.

49ShopAdvisor

Free
Instead of making an impulse purchase, ShopAdvisor lets you see an item's price history so you know when you're getting the best deal. You can also quickly comparison shop between online and local stores. If you're on a budge, create a price alert and ShopAdvisor will let you know when an item is within your price range. It's the perfect companion for the methodical shopper.

50Wallaby

Free Odds are, at least one of your credit cards has some kind of rewards program—be it cashback, miles, or points. But it's a hassle remembering which ones to use, and where. Enter Wallaby, an app designed to maximize your credit card rewards. Consider this handy shopping buddy the next time you look to spend some plastic cash.

51Google Wallet

FreeGoogle Wallet has changed a lot, from an NFC-payment system to an unwieldy collection of multiple mobile-payment features to a more-direct competitor of Venmo. The increased focus on exchanging cash with friends is appreciated, but fans of the old Wallet will find some of their favorite features, like NFC functionality and managing gift card information, in the new in the new Android Pay app instead.

52Calibre Companion

$3.99Calibre is the 800-pound gorilla of eBook management, and this app is the perfect (ahem) companion for it. With just a few clicks, you can add any book from your computer to your device over USB or Wi-Fi. What's so surprising is how well it works, and how easy it is to use. If you've got a lot of eBooks, this is the app for you.

53Comics

FreeComics is already your one-stop shop for comic books from just about all the major publishers (except Dark Horse). What could make it better? A shopping cart. Now you can impulse buy dozens of titles with just one tap. Readers new to comics might enjoy the guided view mode, which takes you through each book panel by panel. Looking for a few great apps for your shiny new app? Try our monthly list of 10 Digital Comics You Should Read Right Now.

54ESPN ScoreCenter

Free
What impresses me most about ESPN ScoreCenter is the sheer number of sports it covers. Everything from American football to Brazilian soccer to INDY 500 is available. For those unmissable games, you can set alerts and follow specific matches as they unfold. It also connects you to videos and news headlines, courtesy of ESPN.

55Flipboard

FreeEven the best news sites don't always look great on your mobile device, and that's where Flipboard comes in. This handy app lets you flip through articles reformatted into a magazine style, with very readable text and large images. The unique "flip" interface is perfect for idly paging through the news in search of something interesting.

56Google Play Newsstand

Free
Google's recently launched Newsstand app is quite ambitious. It rolls up the magazine-like reading experience of Currents along with easy access to your digital magazine subscriptions. You can also discover news stories by browsing the Read Now or Explore sections. Of course, it includes sharing features for when you find something really interesting.

57Kindle

Free
This app puts all of your existing Amazon eBook purchases at the tips of your fingers, and gives you mobile access to the Kindle eBook store for impulse purchasing. Best of all, it syncs your notes, bookmarks, and where you left off between all your devices.

58OverDrive Media Console

Free
The library is an oft-overlooked public resource, but OverDrive brings it back into the fold with its app. Supported by 27,000 libraries worldwide, the app lets you access your local library's array of available eBooks. Use it to download titles, place holds on titles not yet available, and read your borrowed eBooks. The only requirement? A library card (or its digital equivalent).

59Pocket

Free
Your Bag of Holding for the Internet, Pocket lets you save articles, images, and video for later. I especially like how it reformats articles for more comfortable reading, and how it syncs between all my devices. A new version of Pocket added improved sharing features making it even easier to pocket stuff no matter what app you’re working in.

60Stitcher Radio - News & Talk

Free
Though its interface is a bit tricky, Stitcher connects you with just about every podcast out there. Podcasts are organized by subject, or you can just search for a familiar title. Once you've subscribed to a few shows, you can organize them into playlists for a continuous stream. Once you've exhausted all your favorites, let Stitcher recommend something new.

61Umano

FreeThere's plenty of ways to read popular news stories, but few apps can claim to let you listen to breaking news. Umano is different, employing professional voice actors to read long-form articles from sources like The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and others. The only downside is that you can't listen to just one news source, but variety is the spice of life.

62Dolphin Browser

Free
A clean, tabbed browser, Dolphin delivers a very nice user experience on Android almost making you forget that you're on a mobile device. Dolphin also supports tight integration with services like Evernote and LastPass, as well as robust settings. My favorite feature is gestures, which might not always be efficient but are definitely cool to use.

63Firefox

FreeWhat's incredible about the Android version of Firefox is that it feels as mature, if not more so, than its desktop counterpart. It's lickity-split fast, and its clean design is a joy on mobile. Mozilla makes a big point about how they don't collect your data, and I was pleased to see that the app comes with a full compliment of security settings—including an option to protect your information from advertisers.

64Opera

Free Not to be confused with its Mini cousin, Opera is a full-fledged browser for Android. With a slick design, it aims to be your gateway to web content with features like a built-in news portal and the Opera mobile apps store. It also includes an "off-road" mode to quickly load webpages while taking it easy on your data plan.

65Opera Mini

Free
Don't let its old-style appearance fool you: Opera Mini is a clever little browser designed to thrive where network conditions are not their best. And it doesn't skimp on features, giving you access to special Opera web apps; a handy homepage complete with news and social media updates; and a surprising array of powerful security settings.

66Weather Underground

FreeWeather Underground combines a slick design with a focus on really useful weather information. I particularly like the ability to report weather conditions in your area and the extremely useful comparative forecasts that deftly shows how conditions have changed since yesterday. With an accompanying set of useful widgets, it's the best weather app on Android.

67Wikipedia

Free
While its interface is in bad need of a refresh, the Wikipedia Android app brings one critical feature: offline viewing. Just two taps and any page on Wikipedia is stored in its entirety for whenever you need it. Plus the app gives you access to over 20 million articles in 280 languages and is basically a for-real Hitchhiker's Guide.

68ASTRO File Manager with Clouds

Free
Unlike iOS, Android actually lets you plumb the depths of its innardsprovided you have the right app to do it. Let Astro be your guide as you explore your Android's files. In addition to the basics (copying files, moving files, etc.) Astro connects with cloud services (Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, SkyDrive), backs up your apps, and doubles as an application manager.

69Dropbox

FreeDropbox pioneered the idea of a personal cloud service, where all your stuff would be available no matter what device you were using. On Android, it holds its owneven against the highly integrated Google Drive. Dropbox can also act as a seamless backup for your images, automatically uploading every photo to the cloud. If you're a heavy Dropbox user, this app is a must-have.

70Google Drive

Free
If you use Android, you have a Google Account, and that means you have access to the excellent Google Drive cloud storage service. With Drive, you can easily access synced files across all your devices no matter where you are. Previously, Google rolled the document creation and editing powers of the now departed Google Docs into Drive, but recently it split them out into separate apps called Docs and Sheets. Be sure to pick these up for the full Google Drive experience.

71Google Photos

Free
With Google Photos, iPhone shutterbugs can enjoy the benefits of Google's enormous cloud resources and image-technology prowess with free, (nearly) limitless storage and powerful search. It's not quite as precise as Google Image Search on the Web, but it does include extras like a clever multi-select feature, photo and editing filters, and face and object detection.

72Microsoft Office Lens

Free
Despite the fact that we are well into the 21st century, paper still persists in offices. But Microsoft Office Lens lets you turn physical documents into digital ones using your Android. It can even capture doodles and notes from a whiteboard. If you want portable document scanning, but weren't too keen on getting an Evernote account, this might be the solution for you.

73Netgear Wifi Analytics

FreeNetgear's free app lets you get the lay of the Wi-Fi landscape. With a few taps, you can see the strength of networks in the area and what channels have the most interference. It's the perfect companion to our article on how to set up your wireless network.

74Nova Launcher Prime

$4
There are many launchers available in Google Play that replace your stock phone homescreen interface with something more customizable. Nova Launcher Prime not only gives you settings to play with, but it's super-fast and smooth. It also gives you access to numerous custom-made themes and icon sets available on Google Play. If you're not willing to part with four bucks, try the free version, called Nova Launcher.

75SugarSync

Free
Not just another cloud service, SugarSync can automatically backup all your photos and videos from your Android to a free 5GB online account. In addition to the standard sharing, syncing between devices, and very nice interface it's one of the best cloud storage services out there. You need to try this one.

76SwiftKey Keyboard

Free
An impressive keyboard replacement, SwiftKey Keyboard suggests what it thinks is the most likely next word as you type. A pioneer of this technology, you can speed up your typing by inserting whole words with a tap. The app also supports Swyple-like input, and a recent update condensed the tablet and phone versions into a single mega-app.

77Swype Keyboard

Free, $3.99 pro version
Swype was the first to introduce dragging your finger between letters to input text, which has since appeared in SwiftKey and even Google Keyboard. The developers are not resting on their laurels, however: Their app has numerous input options, including the powerful Dragon Dictation, gestures, handwriting recognition, and SwiftKey-like predictive text. Swype Keyboard is a sprawling app that makes mobile typing a breeze.

78Tasker

$2.99
I'm going to be honest here: I haven't completely mastered Tasker. But I recognize that this is perhaps the most powerful app available in Google Play. With it, you can script basic actions for your Android to perform when specific conditions are metlike flash the LED when you receive a text message. Now I just need to learn how to get the most from it.

79Usemon (Cpu Usage Monitor)

Free
This simple, lightweight app gives you a handy graphical representation of your Android's RAM usage, CPU performance, network traffic, and a host of other options. It's particularly useful for keeping tabs on apps or processes that might be slowing down your device, or just to see some pretty graphs.

80Breather

Free
Need to take a break to actually get some work done? Try Breather, a network of private office spaces that you can book by the half-hour. You'll find quiet, stylish rooms available for writing, meetings, or whatever your work requires. The service currently has spaces available in Montreal, New York, and San Francisco.

81Check

FreeCheck (formally Pageonce) is focused on one thing: paying your bills. Enter your bills into the app, along with your payment options, and Check does the rest. You can also use Check to send money to anyone with an email address or a mobile numberlike your landlord or that guy you owe money too. It's not a broad financial tool like Mint, but it will help you stay on top of your bills.

82Doodle

Free
The hardest part of scheduling a meeting is getting everyone to agree. Jeff is free Monday and Wednesday. Laarni is available Monday, but not Tuesday. And the other dozen people have their own schedules to contend with. Doodle lets you suggest times, and then see which times work best for everyone. It's an invaluable planning tool.

83eFax

$16.95While the rest of the world may have moved on from fax machines long ago, the business sector still stubbornly clings to this tool. Enter eFax, the service that lets you send and receive faxes without the hassle of a fax machine or a dedicated phone line. All from your Android. Slip on your Members Only jacket and send faxes just like in the good old days.

84Mint

FreeMint is a fantastic online service to keep track of all your finances, and it really shines on Android. Once you've entered all your information, you can easily see where your money is going. I really like Mint's budgets, which help me make spending decisions on the fly. Mint can be a bit overwhelming at first, but well worth the effort to learn.

85OfficeSuite Pro

$9.99
Creating and editing documents on your mobile device still isn't as easy as on your desktop or laptop, but OfficeSuite ProOfficeSuite Pro comes close. It supports most Microsoft Office files and PDFs, so you can quickly create and edit PowerPoint, Excel, and Word documents wherever you are. It also integrates with cloud services, putting all your documents at your fingertips.

86Venmo

Free
Devices like Square and services like Apple Pay make it easy for you to pay businesses without cash or cards. But if what if you just want to pay back a friend for a fun night on the town? With Venmo, you won't have to scrounge up dollar bills or remember how to write a check. Just download this app, enter your bank account or debit card data, connect to your friend, and start letting the money flow. Venmo also talks to Facebook so you can share your wildest transactions with the world.

87Any.do To-do List & Task List

Free
At its core, Any.do is a list manager. You can quickly create a shopping list, and have it sync between devices and even share it with others. The app also doubles as a task manager, keeping you on top of what needs to be done. A new feature, called the Any.do Moment, encourages you to take a second and review your plans for the day.

88Asana

Free
Trello and Any.Do work great for personal to-do lists and small projects, but Asana is the 800 pound gorilla of task management for teams. While other project management tools focus on collaboration, Asana is all about workflows using check-box tasks that can be assigned to individuals. In truth, the app pales in comparison to the web interface, but it's a fantastically powerful tool.

89EasilyDo

Free
If you're the forgetful type, EasilyDo is your savior. Once you hook the app up to a slew of supported social and calendar services, it suggests simple actions from a unified dashboard. Did you know it's Susie's birthday? EasilyDo will suggest you send her a message or a gift. It makes the little things easier, and proves its worth with saved time.

90Evernote

Free, $5 per month premium account
Once you start using it, this Evernote becomes a powerful tool for organizing just about everything. Notes can be anythingtext, images, audio, or a mixand are organized into notebooks. One of its killer features is optical character recognition, which makes the text in images searchable. I use it to keep track of the different beers I try and my comic book collection.

91Mailbox

FreeGmail changed email when it rolled out over a decade ago, but Mailbox might be the next step for electronic mail. This app focuses on keeping your inbox manageable with handy swipe gestures to archive or delete messages. You can also opt to hide messages until you're ready to deal with them later. Mailbox isn't without its quirks, but it might just help you achieve email serenity.

92Pushbullet

Free
If you've ever had to email a link to your computer from your phone, Pushbullet is for you. This handy service lets you send notes, links, files, addresses, and even lists between your computer and your Android. You can even push all these between friends.

93Wunderlist

Free
In a crowded app store full of to-do apps, Wunderlist distinguishes itself as one of the prettiest and easiest to use. Use it to easily make to-do lists, grocery lists, or lists shared with friends and family. Best of all, Wunderlist is cross-platform with numerous native apps and a spiffy, interactive website that keeps your lists within easy reach. Recently purchased by Microsoft, this app has a bright future on any device.

94Avast Antivirus & Security

Free
Avast has the distinction of packing tons of features into an entirely free package. Inside, you'll find anti-theft tools, app management, safe Web browsing, a battery manager, and as an added bonus, an antivirus engine that received top marks from independent testing labs. It's one of our top choices for Android antivirus apps.

95Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus

$14.95/year
Need more Android antivirus? It's hard to do better than Bitdefender. This app received perfect scores from two independent research labs, and it scans your phone in mere seconds. It also includes excellent phishing protection, powerful anti-theft tools, and Android Wear integration.

96LastPass Password Mgr Premium

Free, $1 per month
A major overhaul to this powerful password manager finally looks as good as it performs. With LastPass, you can access your saved passwords, secure notes, and filled forms from your Android, and you can also create new ones that will sync to all your devices. The new version of the app ingeniously melds the password manager with a built-in browser, putting the app's auto-login features at the forefront. Staying safe has never been easier.

97Lookout Security & Antivirus Premium

Free, $3 per monthLookout has been a mainstay of Android security for years, providing protection against malicious applications and, more recently, against aggressive mobile advertisers. The app now sports improved anti-theft tools that (in some cases) might notice that your phone is stolen before you do. We'll be reviewing those new features soon.

98NowSecure

Free
Do you know where your information is headed? NowSecure targets so-called "leaky apps" that transmit your personal information without encryption. Once it's installed, you'll be able to see where your information is going, who's receiving it, and whether it was encrypted. Formally called ViaProtect, NowSecure has a great new interface and the same great tools.

99Orbot

FreeTor is probably more famous for providing access to the so-called "Dark Web," but it's also a useful way to connect to the Internet while keeping your movements private. Working with a special browser, Orbot connects you to Tor within seconds. However, I did find that it sometimes takes a few attempts to get online.

100VyprVPN

$9.99
When you're connected to a public Wi-Fi network, your data is at risk of interception. Keep your private information private with VyprVPN. Once switched on, your data is encrypted and moves through the company's secure network. Use it for online banking, shopping, or any activity that requires sharing sensitive information on the go.